AtGlobal, Ltd.’s interpreting services cover a wide range of situations, including online meetings, overseas business trips, and domestic negotiations. We help you communicate seamlessly with overseas partners. Even first-time clients can proceed with confidence thanks to our clear, straightforward pricing.
Types
Online Interpretation
Using online platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams, we support meetings and business discussions regardless of location. Flexible for short meetings and day-to-day communication with overseas offices.
Best for: Web conferences, regular meetings with overseas offices, online seminars
Escort Interpreting
Native Japanese interpreters accompany you on domestic and overseas trips, exhibitions, and site visits. They ensure smooth communication for everything from business negotiations to local arrangements and basic sightseeing.
Best for: Overseas business trips, factory tours, exhibition attendance, VIP escort
Consecutive Interpretation
The interpreter renders the message after the speaker finishes a segment. Ideal for situations where accurate communication is essential, such as negotiations, meetings, or training sessions.
Best for: Business negotiations, contract discussions, press conferences, internal meetings, training
Simultaneous Interpretation
The interpreter translates almost at the same time as the speaker. Suitable for international conferences or seminars where time efficiency and addressing large audiences are required. Typically requires two or more interpreters and dedicated equipment.
Best for: International conferences, large-scale seminars, symposiums, earnings briefings
Whispering Interpreting
The interpreter provides simultaneous interpretation in a whisper for a small number of participants. Suitable when real-time support is needed for a specific person, such as in executive meetings or VIP settings.
Best for: Executive meetings, VIP courtesy visits, small business discussions
Levels
Depending on your business situation and requirements, we assign interpreters with the most suitable skills and experience. Please refer to the following table and feel free to consult us.
| Interpreter Level | Experience & Skills | Suitable Business Situations |
|---|---|---|
| S Class | Over 15 years of experience, advanced expertise (medical, finance, IT, etc.), simultaneous interpretation experience at international conferences | International conferences (simultaneous interpretation), important negotiations with executives, highly specialized seminars, VIP support |
| A Class | Over 10 years of experience, expertise in specific fields, proven track record in high-stakes meetings | Executive meetings, specialized business negotiations, corporate webinars, major contract negotiations, factory tours |
| B Class | Over 5 years of experience, solid general business knowledge, experience interpreting for business meetings and internal meetings | General business negotiations, internal meetings, regular meetings with overseas offices, exhibition support |
| C Class | 1–3 years of experience, daily business conversation, simple interpretation tasks | Daily business discussions, communication with overseas staff, simple sightseeing guidance |
| D Class (Escort Interpretation only) | Daily conversational level, interpretation in shops, basic support | Airport pickup, short sightseeing guidance, shopping assistance |
Pricing
Fees vary by interpreting type and duration.
We’ll propose the plan that best fits your needs. Please feel free to contact us.
Information
Cancellation Fees
- 7–4 business days before the service date: 30% of the quoted amount
- 3–2 business days before the service date: 50% of the quoted amount
- The day before or the day of the service: 100% of the quoted amount
Early Morning / Late Night Surcharge
If the service takes place before 8:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m., a 25% surcharge applies to the standard fee.
Early Morning / Late Night Surcharge
If the service takes place before 8:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m., a 25% surcharge applies to the standard fee.
Provision of Materials
Providing materials in advance—such as meeting documents, presentation slides, terminology lists, and relevant past materials—helps improve interpreting quality. We kindly ask for your cooperation to the extent possible.
Contact
Feel free to contact us.
